B12

How much B12 is everyone taking? I'm taking 500mcg sublingually. The bottle assures me that this is 8000% of the RDA, but I've seen higher concentrations. Should I be taking more?

I'm going to see my PCP and then my surgeon this next week and I'm going to ask that question. I'm also getting my blood work done and I want EVERYTHING checked. Donna 338/228 -110

5000 mcg per week. 5 x 1000 mcg per week. Karen G

I'm an RN. I've mentioned this several times. B 12 is a fat soluble vitamin. It is stored in the body and isn't excreted when taken in excess (like Vit C and other water soluble vits). Ask your surgeon for the exact dosage for YOU to take. This is one vitamin where the rule "a little helps a little and Alot helps alot" does NOT apply. Only take the proper dose and do NOT over dose on vit B-12. Overdosing is NOT safe and can cause long term effects. Karen -78 lbs

Karen, Does that mean that I probalby should not take it in the morning with my OJ? Jane 329/244 -85 lbs 12/6/04

I give myself a B12 injection 1x every month. Is this also harmful to have it all at one time? Thanks. SueZ